sep 24 | Playlist Repeat
I've been loving on a few tracks recently that I thought I'd share with all of you.
So here are the top ten songs that have been getting lots of extra play time on my itunes.
1. "Surrender" - Cash Cash
I become obsessed with this song after hearing an a cappella version sung by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign's No Comment.
2. "Like a Wrecking Ball" - Eric Church
His voice, those lyrics, enough said.
3. "River" - Leon Bridges
A new find that I can't get enough of. I love the smooth gospel sound and the slowed down balled is a nice break in an otherwise upbeat list.
4. "Prayer in C" - Lilly Wood & The Prick and Robin Schulz
Of course every list needs a purely dance track and this is it for me.
5. "Lean on Me" - Major Lazer & DJ Snake
Love this song for two reasons, one its great to play in the car and two great for exaggerated expressions and dance moves.
6. "Brother" - Need to Breath Feat. Gavin Degraw
I have been a huge Gavin Degraw fan for years, there is something about that voice I love. So of course when I heard this collaboration I knew it was a must add.
7. "Dancing on my Own" - Robin
This song screams 80's/90's to me and I find it so fun and playful.
8. "Bungalow" - Scott Helman
I love songs that are versatile, they work in multiple settings, driving, hanging out on the deck or playing in the background while I work on the blog.
9. "Sound of your Heart" - Shawn Hook
I enjoy songs that build and bring you in and this one does just that. I'm hooked! (cheesy pun I know)
10. "Shake it Off" - Taylor Swift
At some point over the last year this song has somehow become my unofficial anthem. It just makes me want to dance, and have the occasional shake off.
So there you have it, now that you've had a peak into my eclectic music library, I'd love to hear what you think and if you have any great stuff I should check out!
xo
Taryn
sep 15 | Mind and Body
They say walking is as good for the mind as it is for the body. So this afternoon I laced up my Nike's and hit the pavement.
I'm lucky enough to live in a beautiful little community close to the water and we have access to some amazing paths and views. As I made my way along, I stopped to snap a few shots.
Needless to say, the walk did me some good (and the views weren't too bad wither) I was able to clear out some garbage and get some perspective. I'm lucky I have the time to do this right now, I think I may need to make it part of my routine while I can!
xo
Taryn
sep 14 | Losing it
I know I have been neglectful the last couple of weeks and I feel terrible for going radio silent. But I am back and this little blog of mine will be up and running again!
My disappearing act was a result of needing some time to regroup and refocus after a rough patch professionally. Without going into too much detail, I was let go from my organization due to restructuring and it left me thrown for a loop.
If I'm going to be honest, I wasn't entirely happy where I was and I had been toying with the idea of changing industries for a while before this all happened. For a couple of months I had leisurely been applying to roles that had sparked some interest, but I wasn't very serious in my search.
Now with no job or income, it meant that I had to take my laid back search to a more serious level. So like anyone in my position I started hitting the job boards and sending out my resume. But despite being in need of a position, I didn't want to apply just anywhere.
Cue the epiphany.
It took a day or two after this happened and several phone calls with my amazing girlfriends to realize that I was in a pretty unique position. Yes I needed a job, if not for the obvious reasons, but here I was able to take a moment and understand what it is that would really make me happy.
I didn't need to rush this decision, I could and should take the time to really investigate what avenues I wanted to explore, where I wanted to take my career and what company I wanted to be a part of.
Losing your job sucks, and it can be life shattering for some. Once the initial shock wore off, I suddenly realized I had a whole world in front of me for the taking. This wasn't a negative, in fact, I think this was the universes way of telling me I was sitting stagnant too long. I needed this push and I am kind of glad it came when it did.
So I will continue applying to roles that appeal to me, but I think I may explore some of the little ideas that have been dancing around in my head for a while. Who knows what could happen....
xo
Taryn
